[mikeythemini]

Finally managed to convert the factory electric mirrors to fold in when the car is locked & open when the car is unlocked, like my aftermarket system
Forgoten your screen name - hope you like the mod.
This is how it should be done as in my opinion folding them using a button inside can be dangerous as you can no longer see traffic approaching in your mirror before you open the door.
Please note though - the factory button on the mirror panel no longer operates them. If you want a button inside we can fit one.

Now if I could work out how to upload a video to my site I would....

[rentagas]

fanastic how much?
any ideas on shutting the roof remotely?

that would be no 1 and no 2 on my wish list

btw had a MINI ipod link installed today-completely stuffed the car! I have a 116 outside whilst they work out what they did wrong! Perhaps liverpool is not so far after all..............

[mikeythemini]

Was that the official Mini ipod link??
I saw scrolling ID3 tags on the stereo display & nav display today with the icelink

[rentagas]

Yes it was the official mini ipod link. I had discounted the denison link because of the problems of fast scrolling and the fact that ID3 tag information seemed to be a promise rather than a actuality. cue the sound of grovelling and humble pie being eaten.

Seriously though I may well make the journey uo to liverpool for the HB300 install, mirrors and road pilot install. Respect to the expert Mike the Mini.

[tnoy66]

Thats great news Mike

Now you know how to do it, how long will it take to do it in future and how much will it be
Is it relatively straight forward, would it be possible to DIY this
I still need a button inside too

proper auto mirrors.........heaven

[mikeythemini]

Quote: Originally Posted by tnoy66

Thats great news Mike

Now you know how to do it, how long will it take to do it in future and how much will it be
Is it relatively straight forward, would it be possible to DIY this
I still need a button inside too

proper auto mirrors.........heaven

Will have some prices Monday, thinking of a DIY kit but it does involve cutting some factory wires

[tnoy66]

Any updates on this Mikey

I might be interested in the DIY option
How much of the car needs to be dis-assembled
How long should it take to do from start to finish
Cutting factory wires ........no worries

Soldering iron and heat shrink standing by

[mikeythemini]

Check the gadgets section at www.newministuff.com
Fitted details on there - still working on a diy section

[tnoy66]

Cheers Mikey
For some unknown reason I never thought to look at your site

[rentagas]

according to mikey's website this is "not available on the convertible"
Damn.............................................. ......

Remote closing of convertible roof then?

[mikeythemini]

The whole remote window or roof closing is an issue I keep wanting to look at but can't get the time at the moment. Was in the workshop for 13 hours today.

[nulltty]

Quote: Originally Posted by HyperConvert

I did not want to have a "dead" button (next to the heated seats buttons, etc.) once Mike converted it so I bought a new button fascia from MINI parts (one without the factory folding mirror button) and Mike fitted that as well. It definitely enhanced the overall look; it seems as if the car was delivered that way.
Mike did offer me the option of installing another button for the purpose of opening and closing the mirrors from the inside but I declined.

There's no way of using the button from the factory window control to control Mike's folding mirror?

[rentagas]

Nice to hear it's on the list!
Cheers

[mikeythemini]

Funny people seeing my car is resulting in requests for other cars.
Fitting electric mirrors & remote to a 3 series coupe on Friday
& got Lexus & Jeep owners asking for me to convert theirs

[Damo]

Quote: Originally Posted by mikeythemini

Funny people seeing my car is resulting in requests for other cars.
Fitting electric mirrors & remote to a 3 series coupe on Friday
& got Lexus & Jeep owners asking for me to convert theirs

Glad your doing well mate

[IrishCooper]

Is there a possiblity of a US retrofit kit? I dont think the factory US side mirrors have the fold capablities. I would still want the switch to work though or maybe since i dont have a fold switch maybe just make it automatic with the lock and unlock. But the mirror adjustment still works yes?